Accenture is looking to solve exciting problems and shape the future of technology by developing and maintaining real-time data streaming pipelines using Apache Kafka.
Requirements
- A minimum of one year of experience in Core Kafka, deep knowledge of Kafka architecture, features, and components like Kafka Streams, ZooKeeper, and Schema Registry.
- A minimum of one year of experience in programming, proficiency in languages like Java or Scala for developing Kafka-based applications and microservices.
- Experience in databases and data warehousing with related technologies like PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, or Snowflake can be beneficial.
- Experience in understanding of distributed computing principles and how to build fault-tolerant systems.
- Experience in Kubernetes
- Experience in Cloud Platform and cloud services is a plus, especially for roles involving AWS or other cloud-native solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and development: Create and maintain high-throughput, low-latency data streaming applications and pipelines using Kafka.
- Cluster Management: Set up, configure, and manage Kafka clusters, topics, and brokers to ensure high availability and scalability.
- Integration: Connect Kafka with other data sources, systems, and processing frameworks using tools like Kafka Connect.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor, tune, and optimize cluster performance to meet business requirements.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues related to Kafka applications, performance, and reliability.
- Security: Implement and maintain security best practices for data integrity and confidentiality within Kafka ecosystems.
- Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., software engineers, DevOps) to align on technical requirements and deliver solutions.
Other
- This is a hybrid role in Nashville, TN and will require 3 days per week in the office.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6 years work experience.
- Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
